The Next Chapter
There is an ever-aging yet very active population of individuals in Douglas County entering the next chapter of their lives. Whether transitioning to empty nesters, retiring from the corporate world, caring for elderly family members, or just turning the page to see what is to come in their life’s journey, readers are wanting more information about events, activities and programs geared toward the 50+ age crowd.
The Connection is committed to its readership and will incorporate more of these type stories in its editorial content in “The Next Chapter” section of the paper. We would love to hear your thoughts, ideas and suggestions. Email us at editor@castlepinesconnection.com.
Amie Chitwood of Castle Pines at the Adventure Unlimited Ranches in Buena Vista, CO. The organization operates summer youth camps, adult and family programs and a secular program called 100…
By Lisa Crockett Friends, neighbors and co-workers. We’ve all got ‘em, and this time of year is the season when we all wonder what to give them. Here are some…
Article and photos by Kathy Fallert Buffalo Ridge Elementary fifth-graders and parents enjoyed a fabulous Thanksgiving feast at the school on Wednesday, November 15. Served up by Principal John Veit…
Article and photo by Lisa Crockett I’ve never known exactly what a sugarplum is, but if I were to invent one, it would look something like this month’s dessert. This…
Castle Pines resident Lynda Hernandez helped to pass out 6,000 pairs of socks at the Toy Shop Event on December 3, 2016. The Sock It To ‘Em campaign collects new…
The Assumption of Mary Church, built in late 17th century. It’s tower is 171 feet tall. Article and photos by Joe Gschwendtner For 40 years, communist Joseph Broz Tito dominated…
Information provided by CDOT The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is hosting two open houses focused on the I-25 South corridor, specifically the 18-mile stretch between Castle Rock and Monument…
Shreya Behera, Juliana Neufeld and Allison McDonald utilize art supplies to make cards for Jacob Thompson, a young boy who is fighting a rare form of cancer. By Liz Rector;…
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care Legacy Village Castle Pines – 303-663-9800 535 West Castle Pines Parkway Castle Pines, Colorado 80108 www.legacyvillagecastlepines.com
A one-pan meal worth giving thanks for Article and photo by Lisa Crockett Last year, my family and I went out for Thanksgiving dinner. There, I said it. As a…